Battling Mosquitoes & Emotions Hiking into Baxter - Day 153

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  • @pennywilliams841
    @pennywilliams841 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That last segment was beautiful

  • @avwnj
    @avwnj ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watched and enjoyed every single episode. I am getting ready to join you at the summit! I am already crying. Well done, Ma'mm, well done!

  • @jamesbonner5989
    @jamesbonner5989 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this video of reflection of the people you met and hiked with. It really is the people. Looking forward to your summit video.

  • @shebalynnx
    @shebalynnx ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Damn dust in my eye!

  • @gaylewalker4239
    @gaylewalker4239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The stranges sounding frogs ever. 😅. Seems like they would be real annoying. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. You are doing amazing. Keep trekking. 😊.

  • @barb108
    @barb108 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing vlog that does justice to your epic journey. I enjoyed every minute.

  • @lisahoffman8801
    @lisahoffman8801 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I watched this last night and cried and had to watch it again…. And cried. The collage of your trip is just so beautiful!!! Your emotions were always so vivid in your videos and showed in all your pictures. Your Tramilies helped each other and together succeeded!! I’m sure your heart will miss them forever❤️❤️congratulations from my heart to all of you!!!

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!! IT was a special video to make also. The people made this experience so rich.

  • @bluegrassbodhisattva9839
    @bluegrassbodhisattva9839 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an awesome video!!!!!!!! I hope you are adjusting well since your finish. You are such and inspiration. I love the focus on the tramilies and people you met along the way in the video. I have enjoyed watching your hike since you started. I’m going to miss the videos.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! I appreciate you coming along with me.

  • @ANJamesPhD
    @ANJamesPhD ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a chorus to wake up to! So glad to see the whole tramily signing in. A rock heart!!! Thanks for sharing your last day on the trail with us, means a lot. Thanks for having some of the tramily share their stories as well. Thanks for the review of the trip. Lovely to see all those faces.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad you enjoyed this. It was a special video to create too.

  • @lisa_eeyore
    @lisa_eeyore ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved the collage of all the people you met along the way on the AT! It was especially nice seeing the pics of your original tramily, Chief and Scout, who were such a big part of your trail life in the first half of your hike. Thank you so much for sharing all the highs and lows with us. I'll miss your AT videos so I hope you will keep posting updates on something! Can't wait to see your summit video! Lots of love xxx

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much. I had to highlight all these special people who touched my life on trail. I will be taking you along on more hikes soon if you want to join!

  • @dixannechua5284
    @dixannechua5284 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope you post a video once you are home - I would love to hear your reflections on your journey

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and I have shared my first week home.

  • @Hikingin70sshorts
    @Hikingin70sshorts ปีที่แล้ว +12

    So well put together Frizzle. What a beautiful collage of faces along the way. You have truly touched our hearts with your thoughts and feelings and your beautiful personality. Your husband Jim is a very blessed man, and his devotion and love for you has been inspirational.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. These people made this experience so rich.

  • @suzanholder2525
    @suzanholder2525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I absolutely loved this video!!! And I know chief and scout are so proud of you!!!! Congratulations

  • @cynthiasmith4966
    @cynthiasmith4966 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I cried during your beautifully chronicalled collection of friends and milestones.
    A snippet of time captured for eternity.
    Well done.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. It was important to me to highlight the people along this journey.

  • @kathygardin5620
    @kathygardin5620 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh Frizzle, you knocked it out of the park with this video!!! Thank you for staying the course, and taking us alone with you. Can't wait to see you summit.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. It'x been my honor to share this with you and everyone I meet on the trail.

  • @luckyotter623
    @luckyotter623 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow! What a beautiful tribute to your AT journey and all the friends you made along the way - I was brought to tears - happy ones! Thank you. I can't wait to see your summit video tomorrow!

  • @kb2hiker
    @kb2hiker ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really great video. Around since the beginning and this is bitter sweet for your fans, just like yourself. Will miss the posts but elated for you!

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. I will be sharing my adventures for sure!

  • @tomellis3218
    @tomellis3218 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I only in the last days of your the hike came to view your vlogs. You are truly an amazing story teller . I have seen other vlogers of the AT each one tell a story from a different perspective but you immerse the viewer in such a way that you feel you’re on the trail with you especially your camera angles and the way you move the camera ahead of you. It is just such an experience. I can’t wait to see you summit and hear that story is finally told by you, you’ve already some of it by the time you read this, but you are truly gifted. God as well pleased.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much. I am blessed to be able to share this journey with others.

  • @RoxaneSchaubhut
    @RoxaneSchaubhut ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this video. You have been a part of my recovery from knee surgery. Walking the AT with you and all the other hiking along the way has giving me the courage to push myself to recover.. I had knee repair surgery in Feb so it’s been awesome for me have something to look forward to just about everyday. I have a trip planned in September (from Louisiana) to meet my brother in Gatlinbury and we’re going to hiking. We’re both in our 60’s but we’re excited. I have him hocked on following the AT TH-cam hikers. I’m so proud of you and all the others for this journey. You didn’t a amazing job on showing the truth good and bad. I thanks you. Can’t wait for the video.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much and so happy to hear you are planning a hike! That's awesome. Enjoy every moment - even the tough ones!

  • @RavenHikes
    @RavenHikes ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a beautiful beginning to the end. One amazing adventure. I have to tell you the pics with Scout and Chief brought tears to my eyes. I always felt like I would see you guys finish together. Amazing job!

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it. Such a special adventure.

  • @leabuttrick9055
    @leabuttrick9055 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an absolutely AWESOME recap of your journey. I do not know any of these people yet the joy in every one of their eyes, and yours, brought tears to mine❤❤❤

  • @DanJackson-nl5om
    @DanJackson-nl5om ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! The greatest AT video I have ever seen. The trail like in life is really about the people we meet and share life with.

  • @lisag.2459
    @lisag.2459 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was such a moving piece. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It’s been a joy to watch, even the nail biters.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. It's been my pleasure to share this.

  • @novascotianhiker9002
    @novascotianhiker9002 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful!

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a gorgeous upload friend, this whole video was so nicely and professionally put together! Bravo 👏

  • @debbiebergman1700
    @debbiebergman1700 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job with the journey and the videos. Love watching you along the way, your honesty, and your gratitude.
    In a way im sad, because i have looked forward to your videos and we are only going to have one more of you on your journey.
    Thank u so much for sharing.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. I plan to share more experiences going forward when I lace up my hiking shoes again.

  • @suehancock5573
    @suehancock5573 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing journey with amazing friends 😊 🥾🏕️🥾🧗‍♀️🙏

  • @polemera
    @polemera ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was an amazing video. I don't know any of these people and I got emotional watching this! Wow, Michelle. Great job with this one. Definitely my favorite. Also, I'd love to learn more about Frog and Cup. What a cool group of people!

  • @jeffrothwell5899
    @jeffrothwell5899 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so awesome, I have enjoyed following this epic journey. You are amazing!

  • @billdawson9073
    @billdawson9073 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderful video, thanks so much for sharing, especially the montage over the last several minutes. Congratulations!

  • @jeffanderson2759
    @jeffanderson2759 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    GREAT VIDEO!!!!!! I hope that the transition is going smoothly. Seeing the photo of youse guys on Washington brought back memories of when I went to Washington, but by vehicle with a friend. I took a winter jacket. It was 3 Sept 2006 and 93* on the bottom. When we got to the top, I put on my winter jacket, because the wind chill was 32*. My friend was wearing a T-shirt. I'm unable to cite his remarks, because of the language. LOL!!! I can say that my lineage was questioned. LOL!!! It was perfectly cloudless!!!! We got lucky!!! You've faced the adversity of the trail accompanied with life and survived. I salute you!!!!! You've got an inner strength that youse didn't realize at the beginning, but found it at the end.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Many thanks and appreciate you sharing your experience! It's been an amazing journey and I'm so very blessed.

  • @dennisk905
    @dennisk905 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You out did yourself. Beautiful video

  • @robertfrost5161
    @robertfrost5161 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a long journey and a great accomplishment. I have followed you most of the way. Awesome job. Thanks for sharing.

  • @RobertSmith-km6gi
    @RobertSmith-km6gi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well it’s the penultimate day and after tomorrow the emotions will run free. A well deserved achievement. BSP is a magical place and is a true wilderness with at least 250 square miles of roadless area within the perimeter road. Not like the 100 mile with roads and supply options. The wildlife have never been hunted for enough animal generations to become tolerant of humans. I’ve camped there many times and have walked up within feet of birds. I’ve seen a moose charge at full speed through my campsite. I had a moose with two yearlings bed down less than 50 feet from our bunk house at Chimney Pond. I once had a fox wander into our site like a dog would and crazily enough, had a standoff with a male deer while descending the Hunt trail. Like I said, magical. Through hikers almost never get to experience the true wonders of this gift to the people of Maine and everybody else who visits for only a day. I’ve hiked extensively in the Whites and loved every minute of it but Baxter is just special.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      WOW! Sounds like your wildlife encounters there have been incredible!! How fortunate! Baxter is a truly sacred and magical place. Thanks for the kind words and happy hiking to you!

  • @michelejones9284
    @michelejones9284 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    “Allow the floodwaters of my life rush back into my heart “ Oh. Michelle, how very, very beautiful. Such a prophetic phrase that is apropos right now. I love your sweet words about life, family relationships, and our great God who provides. After your summit, please continue to write for just a little while. We need this ease back into daily life maybe as much as you. Much love… been with you since the beginning. So proud of you and for you. Michele, trail angel from Georgia.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for coming along with me on this incredible journey. I appreciate your support and encouragement. I will continue to share my experiences with y'all.

  • @AdventureswithRunningBear
    @AdventureswithRunningBear ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your chronicling of your through hike has been one of the most inspirational that I have watched. You are an amazing person full of tenacity and perseverance. I can’t wait to see your last video when you summit Katahdin.

  • @AMCD18
    @AMCD18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I absolutely love this episode ❤👏🙌👏🙌🥾🥾

  • @lindas4122
    @lindas4122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a beautiful tribute to your journey and tramily, Michelle. Very emotional - it had me crying. So proud of you ❤

  • @markholcomb1472
    @markholcomb1472 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been inspired by you from Day 1. Have an amazing summit day!

  • @raechute8597
    @raechute8597 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a wonderful video! I loved the recap of every 100 miles. Your pics of the tramley throughout your hike are amazing memories to be able to look back on, as are all the videos. I look forward to seeing your video of hiking up Katahdin. You've been on quite a journey!
    Whats the next adventure?

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! I appreciate you coming along with me. I'm backpacking soon and will share that experience.

  • @tresannrn8454
    @tresannrn8454 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So beautiful....just beautiful! Thank you for sharing your amazing hike with us. ✌♥️

  • @randihight9051
    @randihight9051 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Gotta admit, rooting for you this journey has pretty much been like rooting for Tom Brady to “do well”. It’s like you always had it in the bag. That being said, you did it. It takes grit, determination, luck, and strength to do what you have done and you deserve every bit of your victory.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahhh a compliment beyond anything I would ever have expected! Thanks for that!

  • @helengoetz8530
    @helengoetz8530 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow beautiful and another breathtaking adventure.
    Hope Jim has put fresh sheets on your bed😊
    Well deserved I'd say. You're tribute photos of all your trail wanderers was so touching.
    Stay safe

  • @edhespin4104
    @edhespin4104 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW. Thumbs 👍

  • @ksw8415
    @ksw8415 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome!

  • @lyndajefferson5929
    @lyndajefferson5929 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They sound so cute. You have had an amazing journey one that you'll never forget. And I have enjoyed watching you all the way since day One. It's going to be a sad and happy moment for you and all your Tramly, and me too. Knowing that it's all over with and I want get to watch you fix your tea or climb that tall mountain and cross that darn creek. Take care and enjoy being back home with your family 🙂🙂🙂🙂🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for coming along with me! I agree, it was a happy and sad day...filled with emotions.

  • @JackieFarkas
    @JackieFarkas ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well done. We have camped for years in Baxter and at those ponds. We introduced our son to big hikes there. Your video today made me weep with good memories that we had. Now our son will continue making memories and sharing them via video with us. Take good care. Thank you. God Bless that spirit and smile of yours.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. Baxter is a truly sacred and magical place. I'm happy you enjoyed the video.

  • @melanymcallister8716
    @melanymcallister8716 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an AWESOME JOURNEY you've had! Such a beautiful soul, inside and out! Thank you again for sharing and bringing us along! Can't wait to see your summit video 🎉🎉

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for coming along with me!!

  • @Katerina9256
    @Katerina9256 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You just have one of the best smiles ever! Such a beautiful lady...thanks for taking the extra time it took to bring us along with you. Can't wait to see that smile at the summit 😃

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! I appreciate you coming along on this incredible journey.

  • @Mitoosuns
    @Mitoosuns ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My wife and I met up with Pink Hot Dog twice this month first in Hanover and then at the top of Mt.Greylock....such an awesome gentleman. He is the one who told us about your channel. We also met PHD and Mushroom last year in Dalton...they are an awesome couple 👫. We will start watching your adventure from Day One to catch up with we haven't seen yet!

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      That is awesome! Thank you for coming along with me. Pink Hot Dog was a person I had an incredible connection with each time I met him...a truly amazing human :)

  • @AT-Bluebird
    @AT-Bluebird ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just wow! I’ve watched every single episode and you’re just an absolute rockstar! Can’t wait for your summit! Congratulations!

  • @sheilaturner5127
    @sheilaturner5127 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome vlog! Beautiful memories to last a lifetime!

  • @tonylillis8435
    @tonylillis8435 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I came late to your vlog but appreciate the guts, emotion and determination you've shown getting to the end. Your cussing fits along the trail were therapeutic...for me! I enjoyed all the pictures and love your last comment...It's about the people. That is so true on the trail, in travels and in life. It's the people you meet that make it remarkable.

  • @lightwalker4558
    @lightwalker4558 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for sharing some of the most personal parts of your TH with us. I completed section hiking from MD/PA line to the northern terminus 2 years ago, but it seems like yesterday. At 61 I hope to complete the rest of the trail after my mother passes. She's 95 now, in good health, but I still travel from CT to NC to spend two of my vacation weeks a hear with her because we never know if we'll see each other again. The trail isn't going anywhere so I'm in no rush. I would first re-hike the 100MW and enjoy every moment like Poet suggested. 🕊🥰

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much and you certainly have your priorities in the right order. The trail will always be there, the people in our lives won't. Enjoy every moment with your mom and get out there when the time is right for you.

    • @lightwalker4558
      @lightwalker4558 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chasingblazes2022 I did manage to schedule a 5 day section on the Long Trail for Sept with my brother, a newbie to the sport. It should be a blast!

  • @randihight9051
    @randihight9051 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Where was Cup of Tea????

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She isn't the biggest fan of being in front of the camera and I respect that.

  • @randypeterson4146
    @randypeterson4146 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow...Such an awesome video🙌🙌...The AT culture is so amazing...Can't wait to see you summit...

  • @gerilosiniecki421
    @gerilosiniecki421 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Last day! I've been with you since day 1 but haven't commented every day. It's has been an awesome journey with you and all the friends along the way. I know you'll be in touch for a lifetime. I have loved your sassy talk, your ups and downs, happy and sad moments, it's been real. I love your faith in God, your never caring what others thought about your believes while you respected everyone else's. Your love of family and friends is a beacon for all of us. You went through some real pain, physical and mental, I admire you for persevering. Your videos and photography is awesome. Please continue making some videos after your hike, that show what the aftermath is like. I would love to see that aspect also. Can't wait to see the last video, the culmination of 154 grueling days. God bless you, Michelle, for being the wonderful example of strength, faith, love and finishing a dream.

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      I appreciate you being on this journey with me. I will take y'all along with me on my next adventure for sure. Thank you so much for all your support and encouragement.

  • @richvantrieste9284
    @richvantrieste9284 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have watched you all the way. Great job. Whatever happened to Cheif and scout

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for coming along on this amazing adventure. Chief and Scout left the trail for different reasons.

  • @timoates3311
    @timoates3311 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so looking forward to tomorrow’s post.

  • @kimriggio992
    @kimriggio992 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Frizzle, what an awesome journey! Can’t wait to see you summit, followed you the entire way. Did you know if chief ever finished?

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you and Chief didn't complete his journey yet but plans to.

  • @debsmith7050
    @debsmith7050 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    💙

  • @amypatenaudegunn3322
    @amypatenaudegunn3322 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whoohoo. And jim has same hat. What is your cap the three trees?

  • @pcrice-lr2dn
    @pcrice-lr2dn ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Where is cup of tea ,shocking no interview

    • @chasingblazes2022
      @chasingblazes2022  ปีที่แล้ว

      CuppaTea isn't a big fan of being on camera and I respect that.

  • @BrokenBlazesHikes
    @BrokenBlazesHikes ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where did you get your alpaca hoodie?

  • @Woodthrush
    @Woodthrush ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What an amazing tribute to all the friends you made on this journey! Just wonderful! Happy Trails! 🌈🏕🌄